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Courtesy Photo                                Quinton Morris, left, works one-on-one with a Key to Change student.

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Key to Change warms up for next year

Quinton Morris and students reflect on the nonprofit and what’s ahead

Hometown comedian’s documentary-debut released on Amazon

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Hometown comedian’s documentary-debut released on Amazon

Renton-born comedian Monica Nevi released her documentary series “80 for 80” on Amazon Prime today, Friday, Aug. 3.…

Three days of River Days fun

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Three days of River Days fun

A photo gallery featuring parade highlights.

Hot cars are no place for pets

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Hot cars are no place for pets

King County Sheriff and animal control give tips on animal safety during the hot weather

Photo courtesy of Nextdoor                                Sandra Havlik sports her “Neighborhood Champion” kit from Nextdoor from her Renton Police Department desk where she manages social media accounts.

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Renton police employee honored by Nextdoor

Sandra Havlik was honored for her use of the social media platform to connect with the community.

King County Council is proposing measures that would impact gun storage and sales. Photo by zaphad1/Flickr

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King County Councilmembers Push Safe Storage Gun Regulation

Gun rights groups have threatened legal action over the measure.

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A look back at first year of E-DUI law

July 23 marked the one year anniversary of Washington’s E-DUI, Driving Under the Influence of Electronics law. And…

Seattle Mariners Won’t Renew Safeco Field Lease Without County Taxpayer Funds

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Seattle Mariners Won’t Renew Safeco Field Lease Without County Taxpayer Funds

A potential reallocation of $180 million in maintenance funds puts things in a “very precarious” position.

DOL photo of suspect Krishna Mahadevan-Prasad, courtesy of Renton Police Department

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Suspect wanted for Renton homicide ends life in Hood Canal shooting

Investigators are concerned he may have committed other acts of violence.

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Photo recap of Renton’s Summerfest

Summerfest, last weekend July 21, was put on to celebrate community spirit and pride. The event involved music,…

Regional human trafficking awareness effort moving forward

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Regional human trafficking awareness effort moving forward

The full county council will discuss this July 30

Skyway VFW Post 9430 auxiliary president Emma Hassebroek presents a $1,000 check to Rachael Reed, awarded for the Patriot’s Pen essay contest.

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Skyway VFW celebrates essay contest winner

Rachael Reed, 14, received $1,000 for her Patriot’s Pen essay submission.

Tiffany Nguyen, 17, left, of Kent, laughs with Tiffany Jinks, 16, of Tacoma, as she attempts to grab candy with an alligator clamp while learning about laparoscopic surgery last week during Nurse Camp at Tacoma General Hospital. Photo by Patrick Hagerty

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Getting a hands-on opportunity, a real-life look

MultiCare’s annual Nurse Camp inspires future medical professionals

All 39 Washington counties will provide free ballot return postage

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All 39 Washington counties will provide free ballot return postage

Voting begins Friday for the Aug. 7 primary election.

Representatives from Walker’s Renton Subaru, Valley’s Cancer Services Team and the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society. Photo by Haley Ausbun

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Valley cancer patients receive gift of warm blankets

Walker’s Renton Subaru and the Leukemia & Lymphoma society made a special delivery.

Photo submitted from previous Fair

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Animals, Rides, Food and Technology

The King County Fair starts July 19.

Between Seattle’s $15 minimum wage and the new no-poach cause agreement, Washington has been leading the nation in advancing fast food workers’ rights. Photo by Fibonacci Blue/Flickr

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Washington AG’s deal grants mobility to fast food workers nationwide

Seven fast food chains have agreed to end no-poaching policies that economists say cause wage stagnation.

The Carlton Complex wildfire burned in north-central Washington state in 2014. Photo by Jason Kriess/Wikimedia Commons

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King County burn ban under way

Other counties across the state have already enacted similar restrictions.

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Pickup hit cyclist, fled scene Saturday

If you have any information on the identity of the passenger, please call 206-296-3311.

Sound Transit to host open houses about Bus Rapid Transit on the I-405 corridor

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Sound Transit to host open houses about Bus Rapid Transit on the I-405 corridor

Members of the public are invited to learn about, and offer input, on the Bus Rapid Transit project.